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Everlane The ReNew Transit Backpack — Best For…
Everlane deal price: $91 (price includes $8 shipping); street price: $126
What we like: The best stylish, well-organized laptop backpack for everyday. Contemporary and understated. Looks more expensive than it is. Versatile and feature-packed, with a luggage pass-through and magnetic top closure. Sturdy, water-resistant recycled polyester exterior.
Other things to know: Fits laptops up to 15 inches. Best for medium-size loads. Lightly padded shoulder straps and magnetic closure are less effective when filled to the brim. No warranty. Street price has risen sharply within the last year. Price includes $8 shipping.
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Naadam The Original Cashmere Sweater Women’s — Worth Considering
Amazon deal price: $79; street price: $98
What we like: A lightweight, under-$100 workhorse cashmere sweater worth considering. Also makes a great gift. A solid, affordable option with a classic cut and attractive, slightly slouchy fit.
Other things to know: Former top pick. The hand feel can vary by the color, and the quality of the sweaters that we tested in 2025 didn’t measure up to the ones we tried in previous years (the current knit is thinner and less snappy). Hand-wash only. Sizes XXS to XXL. Dropped to $75 in September, but still a good deal if you need one now.
Read more: The Best Men’s and Women’s Cashmere Sweaters
Naadam The Original Cashmere Sweater Men’s — Worth Considering
Amazon deal price: $79; street price: $98
What we like: A lightweight, $100 workhorse cashmere sweater worth considering. Also makes a great gift. A solid, affordable option with a classic cut and attractive, slightly slouchy fit.
Other things to know: Former top pick. The hand feel can vary by the color, and the quality of the sweaters that we tested in 2025 didn’t measure up to the ones we tried in previous years (the current knit is thinner and less snappy). Hand-wash only. Sizes XXS to XXL.
Read more: The Best Men’s and Women’s Cashmere Sweaters
Skims Boyfriend T-Shirt — Best For…
Nordstrom deal price: $34; street price: $48
What we like: The best women’s jersey sleep T-shirt for a roomy, boyfriend-style fit. Emulates the look and feel of a perfectly broken-in tee from your actual partner. Boyish cut with drapey and fluid fabric.
Other things to know: Made from a light, breathable blend of cotton, modal, and elastane that all of our testers loved. The seams at the dropped shoulder of the T-shirt don’t lie completely flat, as they should, so they may poke out a bit.
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Gap VintageSoft Crewneck Sweatshirt (Men’s) — Top Pick
Gap deal price: $24 (price includes $5 shipping); street price: $45
What we like: Our top pick for the best ultra-soft, budget-friendly men’s fleece sweatshirt. Classic, relaxed crewneck fit. Made from lightweight cotton-polyester fleece. Looks good on its own or paired with the matching sweatpants. Among our most affordable picks.
Other things to know: The fleece might pill, especially after machine washing. Doesn’t feel quite as luxe as some of our other picks. Regular sizes XS to XXXL and tall sizes M to XXXL. Price includes $5 shipping, but you choose store pickup to avoid shipping fees.
Read more: The Best Sweatshirts and Sweatpants
Lilysilk Basic Silk T-Shirt — Top Pick
Lilysilk deal price: $72 (use promo code WIRECUTTER); street price: $109
What we like: A top blouse pick to add more versatility to a wardrobe. Soft, lustrous, slinky, and slightly stretchy. Nicely constructed of 100% double joe silk and finished with fancy French seams, looking more expensive than it is.
Other things to know: Some testers found the blouse a bit too close and revealing — size up for a less trim fit. Hook-and-eye at the back of the neck is tricky to close and can come loose. Only available up to size XL (custom sizes for an additional $30). Use our exclusive code WIRECUTTER to get the deal price.
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Old Navy Vintage Crew-Neck T-Shirt — Worth Considering
Old Navy deal price: $8 (with store pickup); street price: $20
What we like: A thick, budget-friendly women’s white T-shirt worth considering. Has a boxy cut, sturdy collar, relaxed fit, and opaque appearance.
Other things to know: Comes in sizes XS to 4XL. Comes in a multitude of other colors, just in case white isn’t your go-to basic. With store pickup, or add to a larger order.
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Offline By Aerie The Hugger High Waisted Legging — Best For…
Aerie deal price: $41 (price includes $8 shipping); street price: $63
What we like: The best reasonably priced leggings for low-impact workouts and lounging. Lightweight, super soft, and stretchy. Well-priced and ultra-comfy for all-day wear. Gently compressive and feel nice to the touch. Good for lighter-impact activities or lounging. Three small waistband pockets.
Other things to know: Don’t look or feel quite as sophisticated as our other picks. Fabric is a touch warm, and certain colors (particularly light colors) shows moisture readily. Available in most sizes, ranging from sizes XXS (000) to XXL (20), and three lengths. Price includes $8 shipping.
Read more: The Best Leggings for Workouts and Everyday Wear
Iuga FlexTight High Waist Tummy Control Leggings with Pockets — Best For…
Amazon deal price: $20 (deal on black); street price: $25
What we like: The best leggings under $25. Fit and felt better than other leggings we tried in the same price range. Soft and comfy, with a generally flattering cut. Gentle but supportive compression. Functional, deep, and convenient pockets.
Other things to know: Some may find the one-inch elastic waistband to be constricting. A little loose at the ankle for some testers. We found that the fabric lost its shape a bit over time. Sizes XS to 3XL, but the size chart is confusing. Recurring deal price.
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Levi’s Premium 505 Regular Fit Selvedge Men’s Jeans — Top Pick
Levi’s deal price: $77; street price: $120
Zappos deal price: $77; street price: $120
What we like: Our upcoming straight-leg men’s jeans pick with a more-relaxed fit. Made from 100% cotton selvedge denim that’s soft and easy to care for. Generous cut — an easy straight leg and subtle taper—that’s on-trend, without being baggy or sloppy. Delightfully low maintenance.
Other things to know: Available in five inseams and a variety of color options. They give slight “Dad jeans” energy, but in a good way. Prices vary by wash at Zappos, but all are in the $65 to $80 range.
Read more: The Best Men’s Jeans
Cakes Body Covers — Staff Pick
Cakes deal price: $21 (promo code applies automatically); street price: $30
What we like: A reusable nipple cover we like. Made from 100% silicone. No adhesive needed. Stays reliably in place. Comfy, endlessly reusable, and well-suited for lots of circumstances and styles. Large circumference and whisper-thin edges help them blend in under clothes.
Other things to know: Ideal for use with tight tops or activewear. Available in three sizes and skin-tone shades. Not cheap, but Cakes runs sales often. Code WIRECAKES auto-applies to all products on the landing page.
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Natori Bliss French Cut Brief (Add 2) — Top Pick
Natori deal price: $26 (add two to cart and use promo code WIRECUTTER2025); street price: $44
What we like: Our top pick for the best high-cut vintage style women’s underwear. Buttery soft, stretchy pima cotton feels great on the skin. Sexy high-cut leg and high waist create a smoother, more-elongating line at the leg than most standard cotton briefs. Lies flat and doesn’t show under clothes.
Other things to know: Instructions say hand-wash only, but we’ve been machine-washing on a warm regular cycle (and putting in the dryer on medium) for months with no issues. Pricey for an everyday cotton brief, and the price has risen this year. Sizes XS to XXL. Add two pairs to cart and use code WIRECUTTER2025 to get the deal price.
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Mejuri 4mm Gemstone Beaded Bracelet — Staff Pick
Mejuri deal price: $91 (use promo code WIREMEJURI); street price: $118
What we like: A staff-pick bracelet we gave as a gift in one of our guides to men’s jewelry. Makes for a stylish accessory and pop of color, depending on stone selection. 4mm stones, with chain sizes available from 6.5″ up to 8″.
Other things to know: 925 sterling silver is made from 92.5% silver, and all sterling silver products from Mejuri are made from 95% recycled materials. Available in tiger eye, green tiger eye, or black agate, with a swivel flask. Use promo code WIREMEJURI.
Read more: Good Men Deserve Good Jewelry. Mejuri’s Makes for a Great Gift.
Sunski Shoreline Sunglasses — Best For…
Huckberry deal price: $43 (price includes $5 shipping); street price: $58
What we like: The best cheap unconventional aviator sunglasses for larger faces. Recycled plastic frames. A beachy spin on classic aviators. Large and laid-back. Best suited for bigger heads. Comfortable and well built. Featherlight at just 0.7 ounces.
Other things to know: Durable. Backed by a lifetime warranty. Pricey. Testers with small- and medium-size faces found them to be too large and loose. Glasses feel dry rather than rubbery. Some testers didn’t like the matte texture. Price includes $5 shipping.
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Baggu Zip Duck Bag (Add 2) — Best For…
Baggu deal price: $63 (add two, price reflects in cart); street price: $84
What we like: The best casual-cool canvas tote bag. Versatile, comfortable, and tougher than it looks. Zippered top keeps your stuff in check. Adjustable 40-inch strap and top handles offer multiple carrying options.
Other things to know: Thin canvas material may feel unpleasant against your body, depending on what’s in your bag. Deal for two bags is better than the deal for one. Price reflects in cart.
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Hulken Original Rolling Tote Bag — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $87 (deal on silver, medium); street price: $121
What we like: A staff-pick rolling tote bag we love for groceries. During our tests, it easily carried groceries, 20-pound bags of litter, and luggage overflow on road trips.
Other things to know: Still pricey, even on sale. Weight capacity is 66 pounds, with dimensions coming in at 16 by 12 by 22 inches and a total weight of three pounds when empty. During our tests, a small amount of rust appeared on one of the swivel casters. Deal price only available in the medium size and silver color.
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Allett Sport Wallet Leather Edition — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $50; street price: $60
What we like: A top pick in our guide to the best slim wallets. Outside is made of soft napa leather (commonly used for car interiors). Inside is moisture-wicking nylon. Has two card pockets, both lined with rubber to provide grip. Holds 10 cards total. Unusually compact for a leather bifold.
Other things to know: Leather exterior can look a bit like pleather, though it feels great. The stitching could be more uniform and tight. Deal price on multiple colors.
Read more: The Best Slim Wallet
